So, I'm going to start by saying what all of my friends told me I would say after starting laser hair removal: I don't know why I waited so long.
I wound up stopping by Skinflection Spa one evening after being quoted an outrageous amount at a nearby spa. Several friends had recommended this place previously, and I wish I'd made it my first stop. The distinction between Skinflection and the other business was clear the moment I walked in the door.
I was greeted warmly by one of the co-owners, Helen, even without an appointment. After a very short wait, she was able to see me for a consultation. Helen actually took the time to explain the process to me; something the technician at the other spa didn't think was important. Helen also shared visuals that mapped exactly what I could expect when undergoing treatments, and explained the different phases of hair growth. She took the time to answer my questions. It also gave me great comfort knowing she is a nurse, and it was clear she cares very deeply about the safety and well-being of all clients.
My body hair has always been something that I am very self-conscious about; God was too generous with hair when designing Assyrian women. Helen made me feel comfortable, and assured me Skinflection is a no-judgement zone. I really appreciated her sincerity.
I knew laser hair removal wouldn't be cheap, but I was given a price that was fair and affordable -- and much less than what I'd been quoted at the other spa.
She was able to squeeze me in for an appointment for full body laser the following week (something I soon learned is a rarity). I was leaving the country just a few days after my scheduled appointment, so I was cutting it pretty close.
I saw Sabrina for my first treatment. She was friendly, funny, and made what would have otherwise been an awkward experience (it's not normal to expose oneself to strangers) a good one. By the time we were done (about an hour or so), it felt like we were friends. She took a few minutes at the start of my treatment to explain the machine, which she noted is the newest out there.
The pain wasn't that bad. Actually, it wasn't very painful at all, really, apart from the underarms and parts of the Brazilian -- where I felt just a pinch. The results were incredible.
Sabrina explained that I would start to see results 10-12 days after my treatment. I waited as the days passed, eager, hoping that this would finally be the solution. I was tired of years of shaving and waxing. I have to say, I was thrilled with the results I saw after a single treatment.
Some areas stopped growing altogether, and where it did grow back, it fell out. After just a single treatment. I went back and was seen by Amara. At first, I was hesitant to see someone new, but she was equally lovely and kind. She completed my treatment swiftly and again there was a sense of comfort.
I am already beginning to see a serious reduction in hair growth. This is undoubtedly one of the best investments I have ever made. I didn't intend to write this much -- but there are just so many great things to say about Skinflection and their staff. They do book up very quickly, though, so book in advance and try to avoid rescheduling! I had to reschedule once and the soonest appointment was three weeks out. I would recommend Skinflection to any and all seeking laser hair removal. read more